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ByLocal Market Research Team
Reviewed by Indeed Flex Editorial Board
Updated January 15, 2026
Events & Entertainment
Chicago, IL

Concert Staff Jobs in Chicago

Temp and flexible concert staff positions in Chicago pay $14.98-$23.54/hr — 7% above the national average, with a cost of living 7% above the U.S. baseline.

$15-$24

Per Hour

$770

Weekly (40hrs)

107

Cost Index

CST

Time Zone

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Quick Facts

Top Industries in Chicago

Logistics
Finance
Hospitality
Manufacturing

Monthly Costs

1-Bed Rent$1700
Groceries$350
Transport$105
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About Concert Staff Jobs in Chicago

Concert Staffs in Chicago earn $14.98-$23.54/hr, above the national average.

Concert Staff work at music venues and festivals, managing crowds, checking tickets, ensuring safety, and helping attendees have great experiences.

Most concert staff positions in Chicago are available as temporary, part-time, or flexible shifts.

Concert Staff Pay: Chicago vs Nearby Cities

CityHourly PayCost of Living1-Bed Rent
Chicago, IL$15–$24/hr107$1,700
Columbus, OH$14–$19/hr88$1,200
Cincinnati, OH$14–$18/hr84$1,150
Cleveland, OH$14–$18/hr82$1,000
Detroit, MI$14–$20/hr89$1,050
Worker Proprietary Metric

Worker Affordability Score

Calculated for Concert Staff in Chicago

1.8x
Challenging
88
Hours to pay rent
55%
Rent / gross income
249
Monthly disposable
9% less affordable than US national average

Data based on BLS OEWS wage data and HUD 2024 fair market rents.

What You’ll Actually Earn in Chicago

Monthly Income (40 hrs/wk)
Gross monthly$3,336
Est. taxes (~22%)-$734
Take-home$2,602
After Essential Costs
1-Bed Rent$1,700
Groceries + transport$455
Remaining$447

Based on avg Concert Staff rate of $19.26/hr at 40 hrs/wk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Scan tickets and manage entry
  • Direct attendees to seats/areas
  • Monitor crowd behavior and safety
  • Respond to guest questions and issues
  • Assist with venue security

Skills & Requirements

Key Skills
Customer service
Crowd management
Communication
Physical stamina
Problem solving
Requirements
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Evening and weekend availability
  • Background check

Earnings Calculator for Chicago

Calculate Your Concert Staff Earningsin Chicago
$19/hr
$14.98/hr$23.54/hr
25 hr
5 hr (Part-time)50 hr (Full-time+)
Weekly
$475
Monthly
$2,057
Yearly
$24,700
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Career Path from Concert Staff

Concert Staff

0-1 years

Crew Lead

1-2 years

Event Supervisor

2-4 years

Venue Manager

4+ years

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Data Sources & Methodology

The information on this page is compiled from the following sources:

  1. [1]
    BLS QCEW — Employment and wage data at state and county level by industry.Visit
  2. [2]
    BLS CES — Monthly survey of ~670,000 worksites providing industry-level employment and earnings data.Visit
  3. [3]
    Census ACS — Demographic, economic, and housing data for communities.Visit
  4. [4]
    Indeed Hiring Lab — Monthly posted-wage data by job title from Indeed job listings.Visit
  5. [5]
    MWPVL — Comprehensive database of distribution center and warehouse locations.Visit
  6. [6]
    DOL/State Labor Depts — Minimum wage rates, tip credits, licensing requirements, and regulations by state.Visit

Data Freshness

CategoryCost of Living
Last Updated2026-01-15
Next Update2027-01-15

We strive to keep all data accurate and up-to-date. Pay rates may vary based on location, experience, and employer.

About this data

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